Marine & Naval Engineering Step by Step A Structured Introduction to Naval Machinery & Maritime Technology

Who Is This Book For?
Whether you're an engineering student, maritime professional, or enthusiast, this book is your gateway to understanding the technologies and techniques that shape modern marine operations. With a clear, accessible structure, it is perfect for:Students: Build a strong foundation in marine engineering principles.Professionals: Stay updated on industry advancements and trends.Enthusiasts: Satisfy your curiosity about the engineering behind ships and naval machinery.Key Features:Comprehensive Coverage: Dive into 16 chapters covering foundational concepts, propulsion systems, naval architecture, offshore structures, environmental engineering, automation, and future trends.Step-by-Step Learning: Each chapter focuses on specific topics like ship stability, advanced navigation, and underwater vehicles, making complex ideas easy to grasp. Topics are broken into digestible sections, allowing readers to navigate at their own pace. Authored with a focus on both foundational learning and contemporary innovation.Practical Insights: Real-world examples and applications bring theoretical concepts to life, connecting learning to practice.Current Trends: Stay ahead of the curve with discussions on green shipbuilding, AI in maritime systems, and autonomous vessel technology.User-Friendly Language: Written in accessible terms to ensure readers from all backgrounds can enjoy and learn.What Will You Learn?The fundamentals of ship hydrodynamics, buoyancy, and stability.How propulsion systems like diesel, electric, and hybrid engines drive vessels.Advances in automation, control systems, and AI for modern ships.Environmental compliance technologies and sustainable practices in marine engineering.The intricacies of designing naval vessels, from submarines to aircraft carriers.Techniques for maintaining and enhancing vessel performance through corrosion prevention, automation, and cutting-edge materials.
Key Topics CoveredMarine engineering fundamentalsNaval architectureShip design principlesHydrodynamicsBuoyancyShip stabilityPropulsion systemsDiesel enginesElectric propulsionHybrid propulsion systemsShaft alignmentEnergy efficiencyMarine power systemsLNG power systemsNuclear propulsionEngine maintenanceOffshore engineeringFloating platformsOil rigsSubsea engineeringMaritime navigationGPS systemsRADARSONARAutomation in shippingAI in maritime technologyIoT in marine systemsCybersecurity in shippingEnvironmental engineeringPollution controlBallast water treatmentMARPOL regulationsGreen shipbuildingRenewable energy in shippingNaval vesselsSubmarinesAircraft carriersAutonomous shipsUnderwater vehiclesCorrosion preventionMaintenance strategiesFuture trends in marine engineeringAs humanity continues to explore and utilize the oceans, marine and naval engineering remains at the forefront of innovation. Whether designing more efficient ships, ensuring environmental sustainability, or developing the vessels of tomorrow, this field drives progress in ways that affect us all.